This weekend is Dig-in Decorah, a tour of of the grid homes and organic gardens. In combination with the event four local restaurants prepared special menus to go withthe event that included locally grown foods. My troop found itself at at McCaffery's Dolce Vita.
Once you find your way to the Restaurant you can't miss the place. The popular lodge like venue has so many visitors the small parking lot is often full and cars line the side streets to eat in. The atmosphere is a mix of fancy with casual. You will find the waitresses in nice black dresses and skirts and their most comfortable sneakers.
The menu options are unique. I was expecting all Italian food but variations of spring rolls and jalapeno poppers are also on the list, including pizza toppings you are sure not to find on any menu in Italy such as salmon or thai chicken (although they both sound extremely good). We ended up getting the local pizza special which was a mix of olive oil, basil, tomato, and cheese. It was light and delicious. Being an authentic pizza enthusiast since the days I first met my husband in a gelateria in Italy, I have been seeking out pizza (and gelato) that matches Florence's standards and have come up pretty much short. I wouldn't say that McCaffery's delivers this either, but they come pretty close. My second and third places go to restaurants in Vegas and New York. So great job! The light wood fire crust is top notch and the toppings were fresh (and local).
I am definitely up for trying another pizza and I hope to see their menu grow. Now I just need to find out if they do carry out. :)
